Autistic Spectrum Disorder / Asperger's Syndrome
PARENT SUPPORT GROUP
http://www3.hants.gov.uk/childrens-services/specialneeds/teacher-advisers/communication-and-language.htmWe hold a monthly support group for parents and carers of children with an Autistic Spectrum Condition, including Asperger's Syndrome, etc. in the Fareham area. A chance to off-load and talk about what's going on in your life. Share your experiences and swap advice and ideas with other parents in the same position - you're not alone!
Sometimes we have guest speakers talking about things that are important to you, the parents. Sometimes we just sit and chat, and that's enough. Suggestions for guest speakers and feedback/ideas about the group are always welcome - e-mail me.
There are leaflets and information about local services and activities available; and a Book Table with autism-related books to have a browse through.
Pre-school age children are welcome - there are toys available to keep them busy.
Sometimes we have guest speakers talking about things that are important to you, the parents. Sometimes we just sit and chat, and that's enough. Suggestions for guest speakers and feedback/ideas about the group are always welcome - e-mail me.
There are leaflets and information about local services and activities available; and a Book Table with autism-related books to have a browse through.
Pre-school age children are welcome - there are toys available to keep them busy.
When
12.15 - 2.15pm, usually every 2nd Thursday in the month (depending on school holidays, etc):
12th May - Guest speakers: Sonia Aurora & Carolyn Elliott, Speech & Language Therapists, Communication & Language Team
9th June - Guest speaker: Tim Pattinson, Parent Voice Support Worker. More info at: http://www.parentvoice.info/en/About_us
14th July
12th May - Guest speakers: Sonia Aurora & Carolyn Elliott, Speech & Language Therapists, Communication & Language Team
9th June - Guest speaker: Tim Pattinson, Parent Voice Support Worker. More info at: http://www.parentvoice.info/en/About_us
14th July
Meeting Format
The group runs from 12.15 to 2.15pm. Feel free to drop in whenever you can make it - you don't have to be there for the whole session.
This is the regular format, with variations depending on how long things take and when people look like they're in need of refreshments!:
12.15 - Drinks/chat
12.30 - News & events
12.45 - Guest speaker
13.15 - Group Questions*
13.30 - Drinks/chat
14.15 - End of meeting
This is the regular format, with variations depending on how long things take and when people look like they're in need of refreshments!:
12.15 - Drinks/chat
12.30 - News & events
12.45 - Guest speaker
13.15 - Group Questions*
13.30 - Drinks/chat
14.15 - End of meeting
*Group Questions: an opportunity to share your issues with the whole group, for advice and ideas. You don't have to speak, it's just that sometimes you may have something on your mind that you want to talk about, and ask the whole group for feedback. This will give you access to a whole range of different ideas and experiences.
Where
Merryfields Children's Centre
St Anne's Grove Fareham PO14 1JJ Tel: 01329 829522 (next to Fareham Academy, previously Neville Lovett School) Any questions? Please e-mail me, Tamsyn Reavell. |